No one from Pershore Abbey is able to join a trip next week organised by Worcester Diocese to visit churches in Tanzania. 

So the vicar, Rev Claire Lording, suggested sending a cheerful greetings photo instead, and this happy scene will be on its way to their linked church, St John’s in Kihonda.

The photo will be delivered by a group visiting the partner Diocese of Morogoro in Tanzania from 18-30 March.

Bishop Graham will be speaking at two clergy meetings and preaching in the cathedral. Visits will include local churches, Berega Hospital and Morogoro Bible College.

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